Renaissance School

🎉 Last Blast at Urban Air was a HIT! 🎉

Our last day of school celebration, better known as Last Blast, was full of smiles, laughter, climbing, jumping, and unforgettable memories!

Students had an amazing time celebrating the end of the school year at Urban Air with their friends and teachers. It was the perfect way to wrap up a year of hard work, growth, and accomplishments.

We are so proud of our students and loved seeing them enjoy such a fun-filled day together. What a wonderful way to end the year! 💙

Emma Taylor plans to serve in the Army with the goal of becoming a nurse. While preparing for her military career, Emma will attend Coastal Alabama Community College to pursue nursing coursework until her Army plans are finalized.

Her compassion for others, and commitment to helping people reflect a strong future ahead in both healthcare and service. Renaissance School is proud of Emma and excited to see all she accomplishes.

Destenie Sapp has been accepted to Coastal Alabama Community College to pursue Early Childhood Education. During high school, Destenie completed dual enrollment coursework while working at a daycare for the past two years and volunteering in multiple childcare programs.

Her passion for working with children, compassionate heart, and dedication to serving others have prepared her well for a future in education. Renaissance School is proud to celebrate Destenie’s accomplishments and looks forward to all she will achieve in the years ahead.

Aida Robbins has been accepted to Coastal Alabama Community College, where she plans to pursue Business Entrepreneurship. During high school, Aida participated in dual enrollment classes while also launching her own cleaning service, demonstrating initiative, responsibility, and determination at a young age.

Aida has been part of the Renaissance School family since sixth grade, and it has been a true privilege to watch her grow into the confident, capable, and hardworking young woman she is today. Over the years, she has shown resilience, maturity, and a willingness to take on new challenges while remaining kind, dependable, and thoughtful toward others.

Her entrepreneurial spirit and strong work ethic have already laid the foundation for a bright future. We have no doubt that she will continue to achieve great things as she pursues her goals. Renaissance School is incredibly proud of Aida and excited to see all that she accomplishes in the years ahead.

Bennett Pearce has always been driven by curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. From an early age, he developed a passion for engineering, building, and problem-solving, while also exploring a wide range of interests including sports, chess, band, sailing, and horseback riding.

Throughout high school, Bennett remained active in academics and service, volunteering with Trinity Episcopal Church’s food pantry, graduating from Space Camp, competing on the Barton Academy Scholars Bowl Team, and winning the Friends of the Mobile Public Library Writing Contest. He was also inducted into the National Society of High School Scholars and attended the Alabama School of Math and Science during his sophomore year.

An animal lover at heart, Bennett discovered a passion for horses and competitive riding, earning numerous placements and recent Champion and Reserve Champion titles at a Pensacola Hunter Jumper Association horse show.

Bennett was accepted to the University of South Alabama, Auburn University, and The University of Alabama in Huntsville, where he will attend with a $4,000 scholarship. His family is especially proud of his kindness, perseverance, and quiet strength as he begins this next chapter.

Alex Oliver has been accepted to Beacon College.

Throughout high school, Alex has continued to grow academically and personally while preparing for this exciting next step. He has shown steady commitment to his goals and a strong willingness to keep building the skills needed for success.

Alex has participated in two Summer for Success programs through Beacon College, completed Navigator Prep, and will be joining the Edge program this summer to further strengthen his college readiness as he begins this new chapter.

Outside the classroom, Alex has also demonstrated incredible dedication through his martial arts training at Tucker’s Tang Soo Do. Under the instruction of Master Aaron Tucker, Alex has studied for nine years and earned his second-degree black belt—an accomplishment that reflects his perseverance, discipline, and determination.

Renaissance School is proud of Alex’s accomplishments and looks forward to seeing all he will achieve in the future at Beacon College and beyond.

Kiley Elizabeth Murphy has officially committed to Stetson University, where she will pursue a pre-veterinary track. Throughout high school, Kiley demonstrated an incredible balance of academic achievement, leadership, service, and dedication to her future goals.

She was awarded a $46,000 scholarship from Stetson University, along with an additional $14,000 per year through ADRS, and also received the Lifetime Membership Scholarship from the Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama. Kiley completed over 1,000 working animal hours and was inducted into both the National Society of High School Scholars and the Tri-M Music Honor Society. She also earned numerous distinctions, including the Cherokee Nation Cord, Girl Scouts of America Cord, NSHSS Cord, Auburn First Cord, and Coastal Community College Cord.

Her compassion, work ethic, and dedication continue to inspire those around her, and we cannot wait to see all she accomplishes in veterinary medicine and beyond.

Nicolas Johnson has been accepted to Coastal Alabama Community College to pursue Business Entrepreneurship after completing two years of dual enrollment coursework while continuing to pursue his dream of owning his own business.

A talented musician and performer, Nicolas has studied piano for 10 years and has earned numerous awards for his performances, including five 1st place wins in the regional Mobile Teachers Association Sonata Contest. He has also received recognition through the Scholastic Writing Awards. In addition, Nicolas has spent the past eight years participating in ESRT theater productions, competitions in Atlanta, and performances in New York, further developing his creativity and confidence on stage.

This summer, Nicolas will travel to Barcelona, where he is enrolled in an intensive two-week Spanish language immersion program, followed by additional time to explore Spain and expand his cultural experiences. His ambition, creativity, curiosity, and entrepreneurial mindset have helped shape him into a driven and well-rounded young adult, and Renaissance School looks forward to all he will accomplish in the future.

Riley Hoff is exploring multiple pathways for the future, and has chosen to attend Pollee Rose Allen School of Logistics. During high school, Riley completed work-study and volunteer opportunities that helped build valuable experience and practical skills.

Riley’s willingness to explore different opportunities and continue growing reflects determination, resilience, and a thoughtful approach to the future. Renaissance School is proud to support Riley during this exciting next chapter.

Giovanni Hatfield plans to attend Coastal Alabama Community College while completing welding certifications. During high school, Giovanni completed dual enrollment coursework and focused on building career-ready technical skills.

This summer, he will spend three months in Scotland, an exciting opportunity that reflects his adventurous spirit and willingness to embrace new experiences. Renaissance School is proud of Giovanni’s determination and excited to watch him continue pursuing his goals both personally and professionally.